Some solutions for fixing basement living space

5:56 PM,
Mar. 6, 2013

Written by

Jerry Ludwig

Dear Jerry: Our family happily moved into our 1966 home a few years ago. We were particularly excited because it had a bathroom on each floor and a finished basement (half recreation room/half workshop). We anticipated having the finished side as a spacious play/TV area for our child or social gatherings and work space for assorted home projects. This was a key selling feature of the home to us and something we had counted on to be available for many years.

Unfortunately, late one night less than two years ago, following a heavy rain/snow melt, we discovered over 6 inches of water in our basement. ...